This perky style was often refered to as a "Pork Pie." Godey's called it a "Turban Hat." This one is made of burgundy cotton velvet on a buckram base, with gold braid and an ostrich plume. An elastic band keeps the hat in place. Additional photos appear on the 1850's-1860's Hats and Bonnets page. Based on the original photo shown. This style was popular during the last year of the Civil War. from Mrs. Parker's Millinery and Mercantile